BASIC ALGEBRA

BASIC ALGEBRA (Part I)

Math 152A1 & 183 Spring, 2002

Mon., Wed. & Fri. 11:00 - 12:25

Room B103 4 units & 1 unit

INSTRUCTORS: Jane Ellis & Justin Ferranto

PHONE NUMBER: 541-4660, Extension 247

E-MAIL: ELLIS@ltcc.edu

REQUIRED TEXT: Elementary and Intermediate Algebra

By Mark Dugopolski

RECOMMENDED TEXT: Student Solution Manual

Prepared by Mark Dugopolski

COURSE DESCRIPTION: MATH 152A:

Welcome to your first algebra class here at LTCC. In this course will study the basic concepts of algebra. The following topics might sound more like Greek right now, but don’t worry; they will make sense as we proceed through the class. Topics covered include the real numbers and their properties, solving linear equations and inequalities, the four basic operations with polynomials, graphing linear functions and inequalities in two variables, properties of exponents and an introduction to functions.

MATH 183:

This course is taken in conjunction with Math 152A. This “class” gives us an extra hour each week so that we can take time to go over the concepts more carefully and thoroughly. The class is specially designed for students who are nervous about math and/or find math difficult to master.

THESE TWO CLASSES MUST BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY.

JUSTIN’S & JANE’S COMMITMENT TO THIS CLASS:

· We will check the earlier part of my day at the door when I enter, and give this class 100% of my attention while we are meeting.

· We will come to class well prepared.

· We will be here on time.

· We will listen and seek to understand what is being said.

· We will not shortchange the students in this class by setting low standards.

· We will put 100% of my effort into being the best possible teacher for the students in this class.

RECOMMENDED

PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in Math 181 or equivalent, or satisfactory score on Mathematics Assessment Test.

GRADING POLICY: MATH 152A:

Method of Student Evaluation

Homework 100 points

Exam #1: Sections 1.1 – 1.8, 2.1 - 2.3 100 points

Exam #2: Sections 2.4 – 2.7, 3.1 – 3.3, 4.1, 4.2 100 points

Exam #3: Sections 4.3 – 4.6, 8.6, 5.1 – 5.5 100 points

Quizzes* (Three at 20 points each) 60 points

Final (Covers entire course content) 150 points

*If you spend at least one hour a week (for a total of at least 10 hours) in the Gateway Math Center (room G4), you may replace your lowest quiz with a grade of 100%.

Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the 610 possible points.

A 90-100%

B 80-89%

C 70-79%

D 60-69%

F less than 60%

Make-up Policy: For quizzes there are no make-up, however if the absence is excused, you will receive the same percentage grade on the quiz as you earn on the exam, which covers the same material. For Chapter Exams and the Final, make-up is possible, but there is a 10% penalty if the absence is not excused. Homework will not be accepted late, but one assignment is dropped.

LEARNING DISABILITIES: If you have a learning disability, be sure to discuss your special needs with Jane or Justin. Learning disabilities will be accommodated.

REGISTRATION:

1. You must register for this class at the Office of Admissions and Records.

2. The last day to drop the class with no record is Friday, April 26.

3. The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is Friday, May 31.

4. After May 31, if you are enrolled, you will receive one of the following grades: A B C D F or I (Incomplete, is only allowed in special cases).

In this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid a grade. You must go to the registrar by the above dates to avoid a grade from option three or four.

MATH 183:

Method of Student Evaluation

The grade will be either Credit or No Credit.

The grade will be based on one of the following:

1) JOURNAL: Turning in a journal part way through the quarter. In the journal, you will be asked to write about your feelings and progress (or struggles) with:

(a) Study Skills

(b) Anxiety issues centered on math

The journal must be the equivalent of at least 4 typed double spaced pages.

2) REPORT: Read one chapter in one of the following books (or a book of your choosing with the instructor's approval) and write a summary of what you read which is a minimum of 2 typed double spaced pages.

READING LIST (On Reserve in LTCC Library)

1) "Overcoming Math Anxiety" by Sheila Tobias

2) "Overcoming Math Anxiety, Revised and Expanded" by Sheila Tobias

3) "Succeed with Math" by Sheila Tobias

4) "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey (on Business Shelf)

THE JOURNAL WILL BE DUE Monday, June 3.

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OFFICE HOURS:

Monday.............................................. 12:30 - 1:30 (Room: A204)

Wednesday......................................... 1:00 – 2:00 (Room: G4-GMC)

Thursday............................................. 5:30 – 6:30 (Room: A204)

TUTORING: Tutoring is available in the Gateway Math Center in Room G4 in the portable buildings near the PE classrooms. Tutoring hours are posted in your classroom.

HOW TO SUCCEED IN A MATH CLASS:

1) Come to every class meeting.

2) Arrive early, get yourself settled and be ready when class starts. Sit where you won't be distracted.

3) Read each section before it is discussed in class.

4) Do all of the homework.

5) Do some math every day.

6) Start preparing for tests at least a week in advance.

7) Take advantage of tutors and office hours, extra help can make a big difference.

8) Do some review every time you study math.

SCHEDULE

Date Section Topic

April 1 Introductions, Discussion of Syllabus

1.1 Real Numbers

1.2 Fractions

April 3........ 1.3 Addition & Subtraction of Real numbers

1.4 Multiplication & Division of Real Numbers

April 5........ 1.5 Exponential Expressions & Order of Operations

Turn in Homework #1 (Sections 1.1 & 1.2)

April 8........ 1.6 Algebraic Expressions

April 10...... 1.7 Properties of Real Numbers

Quiz #1 (Sections 1.1 - 1.5)

April 12...... 1.8 Using the Properties to Simplify Expressions

Turn in Homework #2 (Sections 1.3 - 1.6)

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Schedule (continued)

Date Section Topic

April 15...... 2.1 Addition & Multiplication Properties of Equality

2.2 Solving General Linear Equations

April 17...... 2.3 Identities, Conditional Equations, and Inconsistent Equations

April 19 Review

Turn in Homework #3 (Sections 1.7 - 2.2)

April 22 Exam #1 (Sections 1.1 – 1.8, 2.1 – 2.3)

April 24...... 2.5 Translating Verbal Expressions into Algebraic Expressions

April 26...... 2.6 Number, Geometric, and Uniform Motion Applications

Turn in Homework #4 (Section 2.3)

April 29...... 2.7 Discount, Investment, and Mixture Applications

May 1......... 3.1 Inequalities

Quiz #2 (Sections 2.5 – 2.7)

May 3......... 3.2 Compound Inequalities

Turn in Homework #5 (Sections 2.5 - 2.7)

May 6......... 3.3 Absolute Value Equations

May 8......... 4.1 Graphing Lines in the Coordinate Plane

4.2 Slope

May 10 Review

Turn in Homework #6 (Sections 3.1 – 3.3)

May 13 Exam #2 (Sections 2.4 – 2.7, 3.1 – 3.3, 4.1, 4.2)

May 15....... 4.3 Equations of a Line in Slope-Intercept & Standard Forms

May 17....... 4.4 Point-Slope Form of the Equation of a Line

8.6 Graphing Linear Inequalities

Turn in Homework #7 (Sections 4.1 & 4.2)

May 20....... 4.5 Applications of Linear Equations

4.6 Introduction to Functions

May 22....... 4.6 Introduction to Functions (con’t)

5.1 Addition & Subtraction of Polynomials

May 24....... 5.2 Multiplication of Polynomials

Quiz #3 (Sections 4.3 – 4.5, 8.6)

Turn in Homework #8 (Sections 4.3, 4.4, 8.6, 4.5)

May 27 MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY – NO CLASS

May 29....... 5.3 Multiplication of Binomials

5.4 Special Products

May 31....... 5.5 Division of Polynomials

Turn in Homework #9 (Sections 4.6, 5.1, 5.2)

Schedule (continued)

Date Section Topic

June 3 Review

Journal or Book Report is due

June 5 Exam #3 (Sections 4.3 - 4.6, 8.6, 5.1 – 5.5)

June 7......... 5.6 Positive Integral Exponents

Turn in Homework #10 (Sections 5.3 – 5.5)

June 10....... 5.7 Negative Exponents & Scientific Notation

June 12....... 8.2 Combining Functions

June 14 Review

Turn in Homework #11 (Sections 5.6, 5.7, 8.2)

June 17 Cumulative Final Exam (10:00 – 11:50)

MATH 152A ASSIGNMENTS

TEXT: "Elementary and Intermediate Algebra” by Mark Dugopolski

INSTRUCTOR: JANE ELLIS

Each assignment is worth 10 points. Half of the points are for trying all of the odd problems that are assigned. The other half of the points are for doing the even number problems correctly.

SECTION PROBLEMS

1.1 Pages 7 - 8 #1 - 69 odd

................. #18, 28, 48, 66

1.2 Pages 16 - 18 #1 - 5 odd, 7 – 99 every other odd

................. #50, 68

1.3 Pages 23 - 24 #1 - 95 odd

................. #24, 42, 60, 66, 96a

1.4 Pages 28 - 29 #1 – 95 odd

................. #2, 28, 50, 90, 96

1.5 Pages 35 - 36 #5, 7 – 115 every other odd

................. #66, 82

1.6 Pages 41 - 43 #1 - 37 odd, 39 – 75 every other odd,

................. 79 – 85 odd, 91,93

................. #26, 52

1.7................. Pages 50 -51 #1 - 23 odd, 25 – 97 every other odd,

................. #70, 80, 90

1.8 Pages 56 - 58 #1, 3, 7 – 107 every other odd

................. #82, 102

2.1 Pages 71 -72 #1 - 93 every other odd

................. #28, 50, 62

2.2 Pages 77 - 79 #1 - 97 every other odd

................. #46, 64

2.3 Pages 84 –85 #1 – 81 every other odd, 87, 89a

................. #4, 8, 10, 30, 44, 74, 88

2.5................. Pages 99 - 101 #5 - 57 every other odd (omit #33)

................. ................. 75 – 83 odd, 91

................. #8, 38, 44, 52

2.6 Pages 106 - 108 #7 - 15 odd, 21 – 29 odd

................. #8, 14, 22

2.7 Pages 112 - 114 #7 - 27 odd

................. #8, 14, 20

3.1 Pages 129 - 131 #1 – 93 every other odd (omit #69)

................. #52, 64, 86

3.2 Pages 138 - 141 #1 - 81 every other odd, 83, 85

................. #24, 32, 46, 92

3.3 Pages 147 - 148 #1, 3 5 - 35 odd

................. #20, 26, 32

4.1 Pages 165 – 169 #1 – 65 every other odd, 75, 77, 85, 87

................. #6, 10, 36, 58, 78

4.2 Pages 177 – 180 #1 – 45 odd, 53

................. #4, 16, 34, 38

4.3 Pages 185 – 189 #1 – 69 odd, 73

................. #8, 30

4.4 Pages 194 – 195 #1 – 47 odd

................. #18, 28, 42

8.6 Pages 441 – 442 #3, 5, 7, 9, 13, 19, 25 – 31 odd

................. #8, 14

4.5 Pages 200 – 201 #1 – 13 odd, 21, 23, 25, 29

................. #10, 16, 28

4.6 Handout #5 – 25 odd, 39 – 53 odd, 59 – 65 odd

................. Handout #10, 18, 50, 64

Page 212 #65 – 75 odd

5.1. Pages 228 – 230 #1, 3, 5 – 93 every other odd

................. #30, 40, 56

5.2 Pages 235 – 236 #1, 3, 5 – 91 every other odd

................. #30, 42, 92

5.3 Pages 240 – 241 #1 – 69 every other odd

................. #20, 32, 64

5.4 Pages 245 – 247 #1 – 43 odd, 81, 85, 87

................. #4, 24, 40

5.5 Pages 252 – 253 #1 – 33 odd, 35 – 75 every other odd, 85, #22, 30, 36, 60

5.6 Pages 258 – 259 #1 – 75 odd

................. #22, 26, 40, 70

5.7 Pages 265 – 267 #1 – 69 odd, 99

................. #32, 46, 66

8.2 Pages 401 – 402 #1 – 45 every other odd, 45 – 51 odd

................. #10, 26, 32